Lead People Advisory Specialist Yerevan, Armenia

Responsibilities

• Coach and advise managers and team members on various topics impacting employee experience, including performance management, team dynamics, and employee relations concerns
• Provide HR expertise in managing complex cases and develop effective retention strategies accordingly
• Partner with leadership teams to assess organizational health, mitigate potential risks, and align HR strategies with EPAM’s overall objectives
• Develop tailored HR plans for relevant units and accounts based on business needs and strategy
• Identify and onboard new leaders, serving as a trusted advisor
• Drive leadership development programs and initiate leadership coaching sessions in cooperation with Talent Development teams
• Support change management initiatives and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
• Analyze people data and HR metrics, developing solutions and programs that address business needs, improve organizational effectiveness, and enhance employee satisfaction
• Drive local/global People projects to impact organizational effectiveness
• Drive various town halls and workshops, both online and offline, on local and global levels to maintain open lines of communication and employee engagement
• Collaborate and establish trustful relationships with the global People team to adapt and implement best practices within the designated location
• Identify root causes of critical issues, design and implement effective solutions, and measure results
• Lead exit management process in cooperation with leadership team

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in People Management; with at least 2 years in People Advisory or Partnership roles
• Proven track record of working effectively in an international and culturally diverse environment
• Proficiency in English at the C1 level, with strong verbal and written communication skills
• In-depth understanding of Human Resources programs, functions, and best practices
• Strong capability to manage complex, ambiguous situations, navigate organizational challenges, and proactively seek solutions independently
• Excellent listening and empathy skills to understand employee needs and align them with organizational objectives, fostering a positive work environment
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, including data analysis, trend identification, and developing logical solutions and actionable plans
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Skilled in persuasion and influencing, leveraging robust relationships, expertise, and data-driven insights to drive decisions and change
• Experienced in stakeholder management, balancing diverse interests and aligning HR initiatives with business goals
• Proficiency in communicating complex changes and decisions, tailoring communication to suit different audiences, from leadership to employees
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and influence at all organizational levels
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to align HR strategies with broader organizational goals and objectives

We offer

• We connect like-minded people:
  • Experience exchange with colleagues from 55+ locations
  • Corporate and social events
  • Enjoyable working environment
• We invest in your growth:
  • Personal career development, soft skills and well-being programs
  • Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract and O'Reilly
  • Free English classes with certified teachers
• We cover it all:
  • Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Comprehensive medical & family care package
  • Four trust days per year for personal needs
  • Discounts for fitness clubs
  • Benefits package (hotels, restaurants, stores and services)